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"The link between the worlds of art and surgery are powerful and pervasive," according to the Royal College of Surgeons of England. Clark Fork Valley Hospital figured out a way to combine both by hosting "An Evening of Surgery and the Arts" last Thursday in an effort to highlight the Art on the Walls and host an open house for its two operating rooms and the recovery room. "It's a good partnership," said Lisa Eberhardt, the hospital's chief nursing officer, who had hoped that the people who...
Arraignment has been set for Danielle Wood, a former Thompson Falls resident who was arrested last month on a deliberate homicide charge. Wood is scheduled to make her initial court appearance before District Court Judge Deborah "Kim" Christopher on Tuesday, April 16. Wood was arrested March 20 on the charge stemming from the May 2, 2018, death of Matthew LaFriniere, 51. She is being held on $1,000,000 bond at the Lake County Jail in Polson. LaFriniere's body was discovered May 3 with multiple...
The filing deadline has passed for open school district and special district positions up for election this year. Bobbi Christenson with the Sanders County Elections Office said that all of the special district elections were canceled due to races being uncontested. With multiple school board candidates filing in Hot Springs and Noxon, both of those school districts will have elections. Trustees in Thompson Falls, Trout Creek and Plains were unopposed, and the school districts canceled those elections. In Hot Springs, a 1-year term and 3-year...
The Plains/Thompson Falls Ranger District plans on prescribed burning in several areas when the correct conditions are met, either this spring or in the fall. Planned prescribed burn units are a combination of those created by timber harvest activities and others intended for ecosystem benefit. The treatment of fuels created by timber harvest is mandated by law and fire is the primary tool used to reduce slash loading and to prepare sites for tree planting and/or natural regeneration of trees. Prescribed fire for ecosystem benefit is intended...
The days are getting longer, and we sure are happy about that. Last month we lost an hour of sleep (or so the legend goes) as daylight saving time came. Part of the reason the U.S. joined other countries in using daylight saving time was to save energy, adding that extra hour of daylight in the evening. We'd like to argue that with all the technology plugged in around us these days — computers, cellphones, televisions, microwaves and other appliances — keeping the lights on a little longer probably won't make that much of a difference in our...
Mr. Blackstone: Please, please STOP IT! Enough is enough! To imply Mr. Trump’s constant lying, name-calling, bullying, and history of infidelity is OK because some Democrats have been accused of/guilty of similar misdeeds is unbelievable (Remember Bill Clinton was impeached). Your backwards reasoning reminds me of my brother when he was 5, “But Mom, Jimmy did it first! Mikey lied too.” Weren’t we all supposed to grow-up somewhere along the way? We should all be proud of the Democratic-led Congress for acknowledging the need for an Anti-Ha...
Dear Editor, The article in the March 28th edition about legislative action titled “Bill Aims to Prohibit Union Coercion” is a deception, a wolf in a sheep’s hide and another stab in the back to “Middle America” by government that is being bought and paid for by the “filthy rich.” Whether you work union or non-union, are in business or work independently, every person on this planet working to become self sufficient and independent has a responsibility to thank those who came before us who worked and died for the right to “Collectively Bargain...
I was thinking this morning of the shrill sounds, threats and recriminations coming out of our nation’s capital. For some reason, perhaps because of the contrast, it reminded me of a meeting that occurred outside of Dillon, Montana, in 2007. It was the first meeting of the newly formed Interim Water Policy Committee of the Montana Legislature (An interim committee meets between the sessions of the Legislature and is made up of equal numbers of Republicans and Democrats from both the Senate a...
1 YEARS AGO • APRIL 17, 1919 TO BOOST GOOD ROADS Route Has Ideal Camping and Fishing For all UNITED EFFORT NECESSARY All Towns Along Proposed Route to Co-operate In Every Way A meeting of the business men of Thompson Falls was held at the Ward Hotel Monday for the purpose of securing a share of the tourist travel between Missoula and Spokane. Committees were appointed and the officers of the temporary organization were made permanent. It is the intention to interest every town along the railroad between Missoula and Spokane, in making the t...
DONNA JONES, Kalispell – “No because, not just here but everywhere, the prices are way out of reach. I’m on Social Security and it takes my whole check. I have two people living with us because they can’t afford anything.” JAMES ARNOLD, Trout Creek – “No, it is too darn expensive anymore. It depends on where you live. I grew up in Sacramento and it’s so expensive there, we couldn’t find anything. We are living here in my mother-in-law’s house.” TOM TRUAX, Thompson Falls – “I have a small 160-acre ranch. When we bought it, people had 1,000-acre...
Sunday, March 24 Juvenile runaway, T. Falls. Animal abuse. Patrolling deputy came upon, unoccupied vehicle parked in west bound lane, upon arrival two subjects came out of the trees, woman had valid warrant out of Missoula County. Monday, March 25 Report of juvenile suspended from school and walking away from school, Noxon. Student caught vaping at Noxon School. Suicide threat, T. Falls. Tuesday, March 26 Domestic disturbance, Heron. Vehicle versus deer, Heron. Report of stolen gasoline, yard tools, chain saw and firearms, Trout Creek. Theft,...
Montana Highway Patrol Vince Heathers, 33, seatbelt violation, $20. Colleen West, 20, seatbelt violation, $20; day speeding, $20. Christopher Woerz, 52, owner permitting operation of vehicle without liability insurance, 2nd offense, $375; driving under the influence of alcohol, 2nd offense, $1285 and 30 days jail; driving while privilege is suspended, 1st offense, $275. Shae Jeffries, 31, seatbelt violation, $20. Thomas Mowery, 65, fail to carry proof of insurance, 1st offense, $85. Adam Hetchler, 30, seatbelt violation, $20; owner permitting...
There has been much discussion on whether stricter gun control laws should be adopted to protect and safeguard U.S. citizens. At the home of the Eagles in Trout Creek, four students have taken the gun control debate further and have created a podcast, a digital audio file that is available via the Internet or to download, concentrating on the issue. Until recently, most politically debated topics were appealing to adults only. With schools seeing an increase in gun violence, students are...
For 45 years now, the Sanders County Rocky Ridge Saddle Club (SCRRSC) has been encouraging aspiring and seasoned horse lovers to participate in equine-related activities spanning all ages. "We are a group of outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy the benefits of the natural resources of Montana," SCRRSC member Leanne Smith said. She also shared that the club is a nonprofit organization and donates back to the community. "Our donations have gone towards Sanders County 4-H for many years," commented Smith....
Project ASCENT, a local non-profit that provides free outdoor camps and education for kids, is creating a unique experience for those who attend their spring “Camping is in Tents!” fundraiser. Andrea Fernandez, secretary for Project ASCENT, said that her parents will again be cooking up an authentic Cuban dinner for the fundraiser, set for 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 13, at the Clark Fork Valley Elks Lodge in Thompson Falls. Fernandez said she has heard some people question whether the food will be spicy, but she said the meal is not spi...
More than 70 Thompson Falls students tried out for the Missoula Children's Theatre production of Alice in Wonderland last week. Students practiced all week for their two performances on Friday....
The Plains Piranhas want to make a bigger splash this season, but they need more swimmers to do so. The swim team will be having a sign-up session at 3:30 p.m. Thursday in the Plains School cafeteria. “We’d like to have as many as possible,” said Dan Helterline, president of the swim team. “Our numbers have been dwindling over the last couple years and we need more,” added Helterline. About a dozen kids have already committed, including his 14-year-old daughter, Alexis, who’s been a Piranha for six years. There is no minimum age restriction, bu...
Sally Spoor Clawson went peacefully to be with the Lord on March 16, 2019, at 9:47 p.m. in Dillon, Montana. Sally was born August 31, 1939 in Kellogg, Idaho to Robert Franklin Spoor Sr. and Lavina Irene Krom Spoor. She was raised in Idaho along with her 4 siblings. She graduated from Kellogg in 1958. On May 20, 1957 she married Leonard Kjos in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Together they had 4 children: Cynthia, Kim, Kenny, and Kaylene. She later married John Clawson on November 18, 1978, and together...
Celeste and Scott Curry of Thompson Falls welcomed son, Asher Gabriel, January 31 at 8 p.m. He weighed six pounds, eight ounces and measured 19.75 inches long. Asher joins brother, Thane and sister, Skye. Maternal grandparents are Larry and Sandra Lack of Thompson Falls. Paternal grandparents are the late Rita and Danny Shannon. Welcome, Asher....
The Historic Catholic Mission in St. Ignatius is again producing Lamb of God, presenting multiple shows this month. Last year was the first year of the production, and the mission ended up with an 80-member choir and 26-member orchestra. The performance against this year will support the Mural Restoration Project at the mission. Last year, $36,000 in donations was raised at four free-admission performances. The Historic Catholic Mission was built in the early 1890s out of brick made from local clay. The mission had a significant role of the...
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Open burning season officially began in western Montana March 1 and fire control officials from the U.S. Forest Service and the Montana DNRC are once again urging people to burn safely and responsibly. Agencies responsible for responding to fires in this area include the U.S. Forest Service offices in Plains and Trout Creek, and the Plains Unit of the DNRC in Plains. Anyone who lights a fire is responsible for keeping that fire under control. If it escapes and damages or threatens lives and property, or simply requires an agency response, the...
A bevy of swans finds open water on the Clark Fork River in Thompson Falls. Warmer temperatures made quick work of melting the remaining ice on the river last weekend....
Most tourists visit Montana's national parks in the summer. Eight Thompson Falls High School students got to experience Yellowstone National Park during the height of winter last month. The students attended the Ecology Project International (EPI) program through the school's GEAR UP program. Students talked about their trip at Monday's school board meeting, detailing how they tracked bison in the park and conducted research projects using the scientific method. The students learned about...
Every year the Flat Iron Quilting Guild selects one of their members to be featured during the April Quilt Show. This year, Valerie Hoynacki will hold the honor of Featured Quilter. Hoynacki is well versed with stitching. Her hobby began as a child when she enrolled in the 4-H sewing project. "I remember my first couple of years I made an apron, then the next year a skirt," she said. "It just kept growing from there." It was 40 years ago, in 1980, when she sewed her first quilt, entirely by...
